That knot in the stomach before a big presentation isn't just anxiety—it's a sophisticated neural network firing signals independent of conscious thought. The enteric nervous system, a mesh of 200–600 ...

Researchers have developed a human intestinal cell model that closely mimics the structure and function of the human gut, enabling more precise prediction of drug-induced gastrointestinal toxicity ...

Foods like crab, trout, salmon, and clams are high in vitamin B12. These and other B12-rich foods can offer health benefits.

In addition to its potential detox perks, chlorella is nutrient-packed, offering solid doses of vitamins and minerals like D ...

N6-methyladenosine (m6A) methylation, the most prevalent mRNA modification, affects RNA transcription, splicing, and stability. Methyltransferase-like 16 (METTL16), a novel m6A methyltransferase, ...

After a season of indulging, we could all stand to give our guts a little love—and not just because of our digestion. Studies show that imbalances in the gut microbiota can disrupt the production of ...

When you’re one of the 70 million Americans whose digestion is off, it’s understandable to want to do what you can to turn things around quickly. Social media is packed with posts from people who ...

A new study reveals that the impact humans are having on the Amazon rainforest is so profound it is even changing the evolutionary history and functionality of the forests. As the world gathers at ...

The hazards associated with microplastic pollution are becoming increasingly recognized. However, one study suggests that researchers have misjudged the impacts of nanoplastics — the insidiously ...

The human biology major will provide students with a broad biological understanding of our species, from molecules, genes, and cells to tissues, organ systems and organism/environment interactions.